Introducing Academic Writing Tips

Abstract

Writing in a second language is not an easy task, especially when an academic audience will evaluate the product (paper). A good paper does not happen the first time anyone sits down to compose. The paper only becomes a valuable product after the writer plans, organizes, drafts, revises and edits it. Therefore, the process of writing truly demands time, practice, and tools. Tools that guide or instruct the writer in expressing his or her ideas overcome some of the hurdles in writing. One such tool is a writing reference or, better yet, tips on how to “put it all together” creating a fine-tuned product (paper).